This is an experimental technology
Because this technology's specification has not stabilized, check the compatibility table for the proper prefixes to use in various browsers. Also note that the syntax and behavior of an experimental technology is subject to change in future versions of browsers as the spec changes.
The NetworkInformation.type read-only property returns the type of connection a device is using to communicate with the network.
Syntax
var type = netInfo.type
Return value
An enumerated value that is one of the following values:
"bluetooth""cellular""ethernet""none""wifi""wimax""other""unknown"
Specifications
| Specification | Status | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Network Information API The definition of 'type' in that specification. |
Editor's Draft | Initial definition |
Browser compatibility
| Feature | Chrome | Firefox (Gecko) | Internet Explorer | Opera | Safari |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basic support | (Yes) | 31 (31) | Not supported | Not supported | Not supported |
unknown |
(Yes) | 33 (33) | Not supported | Not supported | Not supported |
| Feature | Android | Android Webview | Firefox Mobile (Gecko) | IE Mobile | Opera Mobile | Safari Mobile | Chrome for Android |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basic support | Not supported | (Yes) | 31.0 (31) | Not supported | Not supported | Not supported | (Yes) |
unknown |
Not supported | (Yes) | 33.0 (33) | Not supported | Not supported | Not supported | Not supported |